Calgary Flames game leads to playoff elimination upset

April 15, 2025, 11:20 pm

Coverage details a Calgary Flames game that concluded 5-4 in a shootout against the Golden Knights. Despite the win on the scoreboard, the Flames’ playoff hopes evaporated as wins by other teams sealed their elimination from the wild-card race. The reports examine game dynamics, the emotional impact of the narrow victory, and the competitive pressures that led to this unexpected postseason exit.

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